Tanzania, April 8 -- Dar es Salaam. Defending champions Young Africans (Yanga) will be aiming to tighten their grip at the top of the Mainland Tanzania Premier League when they face Pamba Jiji FC this afternoon at CCM Kirumba Stadium in Mwanza.

The league leaders head into the fixture in commanding form, sitting first on the table with 41 points from 17 matches. Yanga have been the most consistent side this season, registering 12 wins and five draws while remaining one of the most dominant attacking teams with 35 goals scored.

Their solid defensive record has also played a key role in maintaining their advantage over close challengers.

A victory in today's encounter would allow Yanga to widen the gap at the top, putting more pressure o...